Does Stridex pads have benzoyl peroxide?
Most products in the Stridex line contain as the active ingredient salicylic acid (0.5–2.5%); Stridex Power Pads instead contain benzoyl peroxide (2.5%), a nonprescription acne treatment medication.
Do Stridex pads make acne worse?
Use care when using on a large part of the skin. Talk with the doctor. If you use Stridex Maximum Strength (salicylic acid pads (acne)) too often, your skin problem may become worse. Use of other skin products while using Stridex Maximum Strength (salicylic acid pads (acne)) may cause more irritation.
Do Stridex pads help acne?
Stridex Maximum Pads have the highest level of acne-fighting medicine allowed in a non-prescription formula (2% salicylic acid) and are recommended for cases of moderate acne. Max Pads have effective skin cleansers that work to remove dirt, oil, and sweat from the surface of the skin.
Are Stridex pads bad for your skin?
I learned that those strips are harsh for you skin (they can damage the outer layer by ripping it off as well) and that they don’t treat SF’s, but just clear out what is there allowing them to fill up again in no time. The kind people over at r/skincareaddiction recommended stridex red as a chemical exfoliator.
Can I use Stridex pads everyday?
As or how often you can use it – I would say no more than thrice a week (if you’re a beginner and new to acids). But, if you’re someone who uses chemical exfoliants regularly, you can use the Stridex Maximum Strength Pads once everyday… NO MORE!
Can I use stridex pads everyday?
Are you supposed to wash off stridex pads?
The ingredients can be left on the skin or rinsed off after application, according to your skin type and preference. If you have problem areas on the skin such as hyperpigmentation or severe acne, you can apply a specialized treatment product such as a spot remover or acne cream on these areas.
How often should I use Stridex?
Use Stridex pads only twice per week and gradually work up the frequency. If at some point you feel irritation or discomfort, reduce the frequency to find the right equilibrium for your skin type and Stridex pad product.
How long do you leave Stridex pads on?
Use Stridex Pads here! Simply wipe your face with them and wait 20-30 minutes. AHAs like glycolic or lactic acid. Wait 20-30 minutes.
Can I use moisturizer after stridex?
Stridex pads are alcohol free and should not dry out the skin. However, moisturizing is fundamental to any skin care routine. After cleansing and/or exfoliating the skin has lost some the natural moisture that your body produces to maintain overall skin health so it is important to apply a skin moisturizer.